Slips and falls are up there with the most common causes of accidental injury in the U.S. What makes these types of accidents so dangerous is that they can happen at any time or place and to any person. When you fall, your instinct is usually to put your arms out to...
Personal Injury
Proper medical care is vital after suffering severe burn injuries
Chances are, you have suffered a burn at some point in your life and know how painful they are, even when minor. Severe burns that penetrate several layers of tissue are typically excruciating and can lead to complications. Negligent burn injuries can occur in several...
Missouri Supreme Court deals a blow to medical malpractice victims
How much is your good health actually worth? While no amount of money can truly compensate someone for a devastating medical malpractice injury, the money you can receive as part of a claim can go a long way toward providing for your future needs. Well, back in 2015,...
High staff turnover can spell trouble at nursing homes
Trying to find a suitable long-term care facility for a loved one can be a challenging journey. While many people will focus on things like ensuring the services the person needs are offered and that the accommodations are comfortable, there’s another very important...
Increase of fatal motorcycle accidents worrisome in Missouri
Motorcycles are frequently seen on the Missouri roadways. People who enjoy the freedom and excitement that accompanies riding a motorcycle take part in the activity year-round. It is especially prevalent during the warmer months. With society slowly returning to...
In addition to drowning, pools pose illness and injury risks
Jumping into a swimming pool on a hot summer day is one of life’s greatest pleasures and a fun way to beat the heat. Children typically enjoy visiting one of Kansas City, Missouri’s many public pools. It is also an efficient way for parents to watch over their kids in...
Is your loved one in danger of “eloping” from a care facility?
When you first heard the term “elopement” regarding nursing homes and other elder care facilities, you might have thought it referred to two residents finding love and running off to get married. In reality, it’s something much less joyful – and potentially very...
Contaminated food can cause consumer harm
Busy families are often thinking about how to manage work and school schedules in addition to responsibilities like grocery shopping and getting dinner on the table quickly in the evening. Preparing a family meal is a normal, daily activity and not one that most...
Slip-and-fall incidents can lead to serious injuries
Some Missouri residents have probably heard of so-called “slip-and-fall” incidents and think they are usually fairly minor. However, that oftentimes is not the case, as these types of incidents can, in fact, lead to serious injuries. When such situations occur,...
Nursing homes with poor infection track record exposed by COVID-19
In many states, the COVID-19 pandemic has hit nursing homes especially hard. Residents, who often have conditions that make them susceptible to the disease, are living in tight quarters. When the coronavirus enters a long-term care facility, it can quickly spread...